It’s time to support women footballLady luck has struck for a rising number of Harambee Starlets players joining paid ranks abroad. And after announcing their talent on the global pitch, the government, Football Kenya Federation (FKF) and other stakeholders should put their money where their mouths are. FKF and the government should get something decent to motivate them as well as sponsorship for cash-strapped Women’s Premier League. Former Gaspo Youth midfielder Corazon Aquino is in Portugal to complete the move to top-tier side Atletico Ouriense, while Vihiga Queens midfielder Cynthia Shilwatso has clinched a three-year deal with Spanish side EDF Logrono. While the federation secured sponsorship for the National Super League (Betika-Sh90 million) and County Leagues (Odibets-Sh127 million), the Women’s Premier League is struggling financially.

Source: Standard Digital January 25, 2020 06:56 UTC